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Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,254 per week

American Traveler

  • Mt. Vernon, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • $2,254 Per Week

Highlights

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring an active IL RN license and prior telemetry/step-down nursing experience. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMt. Vernon, IL

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 10/26/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring an active IL RN license and prior telemetry/step-down nursing experience.

Details

  • Work in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a hospital setting
  • Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
  • Patient ratio of 1:4-5
  • Patient population includes respiratory insufficiency/disease, acute MI, cardiac disease, neurological disorders, and CVA
  • Performs procedures such as thoracentesis, chemical and electro cardioversion
  • Uses equipment including BiPAP/CPAP and high flow nasal cannula (HFNC)
  • Requires Epic EMR experience
  • Every other weekend required
  • No on-call responsibilities
  • May float within scope to same level of care or one step below (Med Surg)

Requirements

  • Active IL RN license required, license in hand (pending licenses not accepted)
  • Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
  • Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
  • Experience with bedside hemodialysis, endoscope, chest tubes, EEG, cardioversion, and arterial lines required
  • Experience with high flow oxygen delivery required
  • Epic charting system experience required

Additional Information

  • Provide nursing care to cardiac, respiratory, and neurological patients requiring telemetry monitoring
  • Manage cardiac drips (no titration) and interpret/manage dysrhythmias
  • Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed
  • Navy blue scrubs required
  • First-time travelers are accepted
  • Local candidates within a 70-mile radius are not accepted
  • Candidates must have RTO scheduled at the time of consideration
  • Clinicians cannot work past 1 year as a traveler without taking a 6-month break before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P-751055. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

 

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